Peter Morrison Trophyhttp://www.thejc.com/sport/topics/football/peter-morrison-trophy
The taxonomy view with a depth of 0.enPeter Morrison Trophy to remain national from round onehttp://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/140269/peter-morrison-trophy-remain-national-round-one
<p>This season’s Peter Morrison Trophy will remain a national competition from round one, organisers have announced.</p>
<p>The format was criticised by teams from London after an overhaul at the beginning of last season, with former winners Faithfold withdrawing after being paired a team from the Manchester Jewish Soccer League in the early rounds.</p>
<p>A competition spokesman said: “The National Football Committee held a frank and detailed debate and it was agreed to keep the format of the prestigious competition the same.</p>
<p>"To assist teams in these instances the NFC agreed to increase the amount of subsidy money made available to travelling teams, up to the amount of £400, subject to the discretion of the Committee."</p>
<p>Laurence Thorne, Chairman of the NFC stated, "Although the change to last season’s entry criteria was not favoured by some, and blown totally out of proportion by some areas of the communal media, it was felt that the majority of teams, especially from the north, were happy to play in that format and it would roll over to next season too."</p>
<p>It was also decided that an extra statement be added to the entry form so that teams are aware from the start of the competition that they may be required to travel, north or south, at any stage of the competition. If a team were to refuse to travel once they had completed the form, a fine would be raised, with their future entry into the Peter Morrison Trophy discussed by the competition’s Management Committee.</p>
<p>This year’s Peter Morrison final, won by Hendon United Sports Club A, was played at Oldham Athletic FC. For the 2015/2016 season the Jewish FA Cup will see the showpiece game held in the South. However, if two Northern teams reach the final, the Committee will take this into account and stage the Final at Oldham Athletic FC again.</p>Sport newsPeter Morrison TrophyMGBSFLFootball140269storyhttp://www.thejc.com/files/HU499.jpg

139787‘This is no crisis ... declining numbers are a sign of the times,' says Wolff140245Cyril Anekstein Cup round one draw
This season’s Peter Morrison Trophy will remain a national competition from round one, organisers have announced.
The format was criticised by teams from London after an overhaul at the beginning of last season, with former winners Faithfold withdrawing after being paired a team from the Manchester Jewish Soccer League in the early rounds.
A competition spokesman said: “The National Football Committee held a frank and detailed debate and it was agreed to keep the format of the prestigious competition the same.
"To assist teams in these instances the NFC agreed to increase the amount of subsidy money made available to travelling teams, up to the amount of £400, subject to the discretion of the Committee."
Laurence Thorne, Chairman of the NFC stated, "Although the change to last season’s entry criteria was not favoured by some, and blown totally out of proportion by some areas of the communal media, it was felt that the majority of teams, especially from the north, were happy to play in that format and it would roll over to next season too."
It was also decided that an extra statement be added to the entry form so that teams are aware from the start of the competition that they may be required to travel, north or south, at any stage of the competition. If a team were to refuse to travel once they had completed the form, a fine would be raised, with their future entry into the Peter Morrison Trophy discussed by the competition’s Management Committee.
This year’s Peter Morrison final, won by Hendon United Sports Club A, was played at Oldham Athletic FC. For the 2015/2016 season the Jewish FA Cup will see the showpiece game held in the South. However, if two Northern teams reach the final, the Committee will take this into account and stage the Final at Oldham Athletic FC again.
Tue, 21 Jul 2015 15:29:53 +0100Danny Caro140269 at http://www.thejc.comMGBSFL Matchday 36 reviewhttp://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/136472/mgbsfl-matchday-36-review
<p>Hendon United Sports Club retained the Peter Morrison Trophy as they crushed AFC Flixton's quadruple dreams with a 2-0 win at Oldham Athletic's Boundary Park, while it was also a memorable day for North West Neasden.</p>
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<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/galleries/mgbsfl-galleries/afc-flixton-vs-hendon-utd-sc-a-0">PETER MORRISON FINAL PHOTOS - FLIXTON vs HENDON</a> </b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/136704/mgbsfl-top-scorers-final-standings">TOP-SCORERS - FINAL STANDINGS</a> </b></p>
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<p><b>JC TEAM OF THE WEEK: THE CONTENDERS</b></p>
<p><b>GK</b> - Michael Myers (FC Team A)</p>
<p><b>DEFENDERS</b> - Rafi Kon (Hendon A), Alon Hirshkorn, Rob Sanford (both FC Team A), Craig Edwards (NW Neasden)</p>
<p><b>MIDFIELDERS</b> - Simon Peterman (Hendon A)</p>
<p><b>STRIKERS</b> - Dave Seitler (Hendon A)</p>
<p><b>MANAGER</b> - David Garbacz (Hendon A), Stirling Kay (NW Neasden)</p>
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<p><b>MGBSFL ROLL OF HONOUR</b><br />
Peter Morrison Trophy: Winners - Hendon United A, Runners-up: AFC Flixton<br />
Cyril Anekstein Cup: Winners - Norstar London Raiders A, Runners-up: Hendon A<br />
Barry Goldstein Trophy: Winners – FC Team B, Runners-up: Los Blancos<br />
Premier Division: Norstar London Raiders A, Runners-up: Hendon A<br />
Division One: Champions - Redbridge JC B, Promoted: NL Raiders B<br />
Division Two: Champions - FC Team B, Promoted: AC Mill Hill<br />
Division Three: Champions - London Rovers, Runners-up: Real Sosobad</p>
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<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/galleries/mgbsfl-galleries">PHOTOGALLERIES FROM THE SEASON</a> </b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/video/sport-videos">VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE SEASON</a> </b></p>
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<p><b>PETER MORRISON TROPHY FINAL</b></p>
<p><b>SUPER SEITLER AT THE DOUBLE FOR HENDON</b><br />
<b>AFC FLIXTON 0 HENDON UNITED SPORTS CLUB A 2</b><br />
A deadly double from <b>David Seitler</b> helped Hendon retained the Jewish FA Cup with an impressive 2-0 victory over AFC Flixton at Boundary Park.</p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/galleries/mgbsfl-galleries/afc-flixton-vs-hendon-utd-sc-a-0">SEE CUP FINAL PHOTOS</a> </b></p>
<p>Jubilant Hendon boss David Garbacz told JC Sport: "Today we saw the real Hendon – there was a bite about our play and a fantastic determination. We had given away two trophies in recent weeks the second one with one of our weakest performances in years and there was no way that was going to happen again."</p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/136495/super-seitler-helps-hendon-retain-morrison-trophy">SEE MATCH REPORT</a> </b></p>
<p><b>FLIXTON:</b> Daniel Garman, Michael Sacks, Adam Tauber, Daniel Selwyn, Jon Alexander, Leor Sidle, Stephen Peck, Oshri Amar, Adam Wilson, Mark Bell, Alex Singer, Adam Gilman, Michael Warwick, Andy Rosenberg, Adam Stevens, James Rosenberg, Rob Jacobs</p>
<p><b>HENDON:</b> Russell Corin, Ari Last (capt), Ben Kon, Ari Nevies, Tali Nevies, Alex Rosenthal, Ethan Zone, Rafi Kon, Avi Korman, Simon Peterman, Ben Lauffer, Greg Corin, Dave Seitler, Dovi Fehler, Avishai Kestenbaum, Yoav Kestenbaum, Avidan Last</p>
<p><b>DC Prediction:</b> AFC Flixton 3 Hendon 1</p>
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<p><b>MGBSFL PREMIER DIVISION</b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/tables">LEAGUE TABLE</a> </b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/matches">RESULTS &amp; FIXTURES</a> </b></p>
<p><b>FC TEAM A 0 NORTH WEST NEASDEN 0</b><br />
Neasden recorded the point they needed to maintain their Premier Division status to climb out of the relegation zone at the expense of Lions Blue.</p>
<p>FC Team head coach Ben Gilbey told JC Sport: "Going forward we are going to be looking to bring in more players and that of a high standard. Next year we intend on challenging for the title."</p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/136509/neasden-achieved-ultimate-goal-says-kay">SEE MATCH REPORT</a> </b></p>
<p><b>DC Prediction:</b> Team 2 NWN 2</p>
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<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/tables">LEAGUE TABLE</a> </b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/matches">RESULTS &amp; FIXTURES</a> </b></p>
<p>Season completed</p>
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<p><b>DIVISION TWO</b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/tables">LEAGUE TABLE</a> </b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/matches">RESULTS &amp; FIXTURES</a> </b></p>
<p>Season completed</p>
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<p><b>DIVISION THREE</b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/tables">LEAGUE TABLE</a> </b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/matches">RESULTS &amp; FIXTURES</a> </b></p>
<p>Season completed</p>Sport newsPeter Morrison TrophyMGBSFLFootball136472storyhttp://www.thejc.com/files/PMT+Final++Hendon+vs+Oakwood+PMT+2014(MM)2013_14-8712[1].jpg

136495Super Seitler helps Hendon retain Morrison trophy136509Neasden achieved ultimate goal, says Kay
Hendon United Sports Club retained the Peter Morrison Trophy as they crushed AFC Flixton's quadruple dreams with a 2-0 win at Oldham Athletic's Boundary Park, while it was also a memorable day for North West Neasden.
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PETER MORRISON FINAL PHOTOS - FLIXTON vs HENDON
TOP-SCORERS - FINAL STANDINGS
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JC TEAM OF THE WEEK: THE CONTENDERS
GK - Michael Myers (FC Team A)
DEFENDERS - Rafi Kon (Hendon A), Alon Hirshkorn, Rob Sanford (both FC Team A), Craig Edwards (NW Neasden)
MIDFIELDERS - Simon Peterman (Hendon A)
STRIKERS - Dave Seitler (Hendon A)
MANAGER - David Garbacz (Hendon A), Stirling Kay (NW Neasden)
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MGBSFL ROLL OF HONOUR
Peter Morrison Trophy: Winners - Hendon United A, Runners-up: AFC Flixton
Cyril Anekstein Cup: Winners - Norstar London Raiders A, Runners-up: Hendon A
Barry Goldstein Trophy: Winners – FC Team B, Runners-up: Los Blancos
Premier Division: Norstar London Raiders A, Runners-up: Hendon A
Division One: Champions - Redbridge JC B, Promoted: NL Raiders B
Division Two: Champions - FC Team B, Promoted: AC Mill Hill
Division Three: Champions - London Rovers, Runners-up: Real Sosobad
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PHOTOGALLERIES FROM THE SEASON
VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE SEASON
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PETER MORRISON TROPHY FINAL
SUPER SEITLER AT THE DOUBLE FOR HENDON
AFC FLIXTON 0 HENDON UNITED SPORTS CLUB A 2
A deadly double from David Seitler helped Hendon retained the Jewish FA Cup with an impressive 2-0 victory over AFC Flixton at Boundary Park.
SEE CUP FINAL PHOTOS
Jubilant Hendon boss David Garbacz told JC Sport: "Today we saw the real Hendon – there was a bite about our play and a fantastic determination. We had given away two trophies in recent weeks the second one with one of our weakest performances in years and there was no way that was going to happen again."
SEE MATCH REPORT
FLIXTON: Daniel Garman, Michael Sacks, Adam Tauber, Daniel Selwyn, Jon Alexander, Leor Sidle, Stephen Peck, Oshri Amar, Adam Wilson, Mark Bell, Alex Singer, Adam Gilman, Michael Warwick, Andy Rosenberg, Adam Stevens, James Rosenberg, Rob Jacobs
HENDON: Russell Corin, Ari Last (capt), Ben Kon, Ari Nevies, Tali Nevies, Alex Rosenthal, Ethan Zone, Rafi Kon, Avi Korman, Simon Peterman, Ben Lauffer, Greg Corin, Dave Seitler, Dovi Fehler, Avishai Kestenbaum, Yoav Kestenbaum, Avidan Last
DC Prediction: AFC Flixton 3 Hendon 1
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MGBSFL PREMIER DIVISION
LEAGUE TABLE
RESULTS &amp; FIXTURES
FC TEAM A 0 NORTH WEST NEASDEN 0
Neasden recorded the point they needed to maintain their Premier Division status to climb out of the relegation zone at the expense of Lions Blue.
FC Team head coach Ben Gilbey told JC Sport: "Going forward we are going to be looking to bring in more players and that of a high standard. Next year we intend on challenging for the title."
SEE MATCH REPORT
DC Prediction: Team 2 NWN 2
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LEAGUE TABLE
RESULTS &amp; FIXTURES
Season completed
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DIVISION TWO
LEAGUE TABLE
RESULTS &amp; FIXTURES
Season completed
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DIVISION THREE
LEAGUE TABLE
RESULTS &amp; FIXTURES
Season completed
Sun, 17 May 2015 22:39:23 +0100Danny Caro136472 at http://www.thejc.comMGBSFL Matchday 36 previewhttp://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/136372/mgbsfl-matchday-36-preview
<p>All eyes will be on Boundary Park on Sunday when Hendon United Sports Club A attempt to defend their Peter Morrison Trophy title against quadruple-chasing AFC Flixton, but there’s also an important game in the MGBSFL as North West Neasden conclude the campaign needing a point to maintain their top-flight status against FC Team A.</p>
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<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/136187/danny-caros-team-week-may-10">DANNY CARO'S TEAM OF THE WEEK</a> </b></p>
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<p><b>MGBSFL ROLL OF HONOUR</b><br />
Cyril Anekstein Cup: Winners - Norstar London Raiders A, Runners-up: Hendon A<br />
Barry Goldstein Trophy: Winners – FC Team B, Runners-up: Los Blancos<br />
Premier Division: Norstar London Raiders A, Runners-up: Hendon A<br />
Division One: Champions - Redbridge JC B, Promoted: NL Raiders B<br />
Division Two: Champions - FC Team B, Promoted: AC Mill Hill<br />
Division Three: Champions - London Rovers, Runners-up: Real Sosobad</p>
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<p><b>PETER MORRISON TROPHY FINAL</b><br />
Hendon Utd SC A vs AFC Flixton - Oldham Athletic FC, May 17</p>
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<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/galleries/mgbsfl-galleries">PHOTOGALLERIES FROM THE SEASON</a> </b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/video/sport-videos">VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE SEASON</a> </b></p>
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<p><b>PETER MORRISON TROPHY FINAL</b><br />
Stuart Delmonte is confident his AFC Flixton side will cope with the mental demands of three cup finals in a week.</p>
<p>Flixton’s quadruple bid is on the line this month — with the Peter Morrison Trophy their first assignment as they prepare to take on holders Hendon United Sports Club at Boundary Park on Sunday.</p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/136252/flixton-can-surprise-hendon-says-delmonte-0">SEE FULL PREVIEW</a> </b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/136253/pmt-final-pen-pics-meet-hendon">SEE HENDON PEN PICS</a> </b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/136254/pmt-final-pen-pics-meet-afc-flixton">SEE FLIXTON PEN PICS</a> </b></p>
<p><b>CUP FINAL SQUADS:</b></p>
<p><b>FLIXTON:</b> Daniel Garman, Michael Sacks, Adam Tauber, Daniel Selwyn, Jon Alexander, Leor Sidle, Stephen Peck, Oshri Amar, Adam Wilson, Mark Bell, Alex Singer, Adam Gilman, Michael Warwick, Andy Rosenberg, Adam Stevens, James Rosenberg, Rob Jacobs</p>
<p><b>HENDON:</b> Russell Corin, Ari Last (capt), Ben Kon, Ari Nevies, Tali Nevies, Alex Rosenthal, Ethan Zone, Rafi Kon, Avi Korman, Simon Peterman, Ben Lauffer, Greg Corin, Dave Seitler, Dovi Fehler, Avishai Kestenbaum, Yoav Kestenbaum, Avidan Last</p>
<p>Venue - Boundary Park, Oldham Athletic FC, KO - 3pm</p>
<p><b>JC star man:</b> Stephen Peck (Flixton)</p>
<p><b>DC Prediction:</b> AFC Flixton 3 Hendon 1 - as David Garbacz says, the absence of Ben Lauffer is huge for Hendon. Midfield will be the key area for me on Sunday, and I can see Flixton's big-hitters bossing it on the big Oldham pitch. I also can't see Dovi Fehler getting much change out of Michael Sacks, but at the other end, Leor Sidle has been superb in his first season at Flixton who I expect to win by a couple of goals.</p>
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<p><b>MGBSFL PREMIER DIVISION</b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/tables">LEAGUE TABLE</a> </b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/matches">RESULTS &amp; FIXTURES</a> </b></p>
<p><b>FC TEAM A vs NORTH WEST NEASDEN</b><br />
The MGBSFL season draws to a close on Sunday as Neasden go in search of the point they require to survive when they travel to FC Team.</p>
<p>Stirling Kay’s boys picked up a crucial draw against Hendon last week and if they can serve up a repeat performance it would send Maccabi London Lions Blue down.</p>
<p>Kay came away from the Hendon game frustrated as his team missed numerous chances, especially in the first half. In the end, strikes from Dan Orgel and Adam Arnold earned them a 2-2 draw in a game where midfielder Craig Cole was the star man.</p>
<p>Looking ahead to the big match, NWN gaffer Stirling Kay told JC Sport: "Sunday is our cup final - quite simply if we win or draw we stay up.</p>
<p>"We were botttom at Chanukah, cut adrift from the teams above us. We were beaten 7-1 by FC Team and we were all but relegated in everyone's mind.</p>
<p>"Since then we've reached a cup semi-final and the quarter-finals of another, and we now stand one point away from a most fantastic comeback. And when you consider all the problems we have had this year in fielding a side, it's been a fantastic effort by every one.</p>
<p>"However, we do know that FC Team will be a very hard game. They also had a slow start to the season and have had a very good second half, so we know we will have to be at our best and we know they will do there best to stop us.</p>
<p>"Like against Hendon, reputations will mean nothing on Sunday. We will try to make it a very uncomfortable 90 minutes for Team and if we play with the same application and determination and take our chances, we would of completed a most unlikely comeback.</p>
<p>Confirmed fifth place finishers, FC Team won an 11-goal thriller against Harmen last week. They have responded superbly since the annihilation at the hands of Redbridge, including a victory over newly-crowned champions Raiders.</p>
<p>Shim Bensoor is on the course to win the May Player of the Month award. The boy just can’t stop scoring at the minute and he’s definitely someone NWN will need to pay special attention to.</p>
<p>Indeed Bensoor bagged a brace when Team destroyed NWN 7-2 in October and the boys in yellow and blue will arrive confident of completing what would be their second league double.</p>
<p>Ahead of kick-off, Team head coach Ben Gilbey told JC Sport; "It's the final game of the season this week and after securing fifth last week, all we are aiming to do now is finish on as many points as possible.</p>
<p>"A win would mean we finish one point behind Harmen and, all-in-all, complete a successful season in my opinion, also claiming the clubs highest Premier League position ever.</p>
<p>"I know a number of the Neasden players and I know it is a massive game for them on the weekend as they need a win to stay up. We will certainly be making sure it is a competitive game and will be as driven to win the game as every other game we have played in this season. It should be a cracker."</p>
<p>I'm predicting an open and entertaining affair, with chances aplenty and NWN coming away with what they need thanks to the heroics of keeper Steve Murad.</p>
<p><b>JC team news:</b> Team are at full-strength on Sunday apart from David James Cohen. He has got 19 assists to his name this year and "it's a shame he won't be able to get number 20. He will be missed".</p>
<p>NWN will give late fitness tests to Rick Harris (leg) and Michael Field (groin). They welcome back Dan Sherman.</p>
<p>Venue - Meadow Park, KO - 10am</p>
<p><b>JC star man:</b> Steve Murad (NWN)</p>
<p><b>DC Prediction:</b> Team 2 NWN 2</p>
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<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/tables">LEAGUE TABLE</a> </b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/matches">RESULTS &amp; FIXTURES</a> </b></p>
<p>Season completed</p>
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<p><b>DIVISION TWO</b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/tables">LEAGUE TABLE</a> </b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/matches">RESULTS &amp; FIXTURES</a> </b></p>
<p>Season completed</p>
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<p><b>DIVISION THREE</b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/tables">LEAGUE TABLE</a> </b></p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/mgbsfl/matches">RESULTS &amp; FIXTURES</a> </b></p>
<p>Season completed</p>Sport newsPeter Morrison TrophyMGBSFLFootball136372storyhttp://www.thejc.com/files/NWNcel1314.jpg

136187Danny Caro's Team of the Week: May 10136252Flixton can surprise Hendon, says Delmonte
All eyes will be on Boundary Park on Sunday when Hendon United Sports Club A attempt to defend their Peter Morrison Trophy title against quadruple-chasing AFC Flixton, but there’s also an important game in the MGBSFL as North West Neasden conclude the campaign needing a point to maintain their top-flight status against FC Team A.
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DANNY CARO'S TEAM OF THE WEEK
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MGBSFL ROLL OF HONOUR
Cyril Anekstein Cup: Winners - Norstar London Raiders A, Runners-up: Hendon A
Barry Goldstein Trophy: Winners – FC Team B, Runners-up: Los Blancos
Premier Division: Norstar London Raiders A, Runners-up: Hendon A
Division One: Champions - Redbridge JC B, Promoted: NL Raiders B
Division Two: Champions - FC Team B, Promoted: AC Mill Hill
Division Three: Champions - London Rovers, Runners-up: Real Sosobad
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PETER MORRISON TROPHY FINAL
Hendon Utd SC A vs AFC Flixton - Oldham Athletic FC, May 17
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PHOTOGALLERIES FROM THE SEASON
VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE SEASON
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PETER MORRISON TROPHY FINAL
Stuart Delmonte is confident his AFC Flixton side will cope with the mental demands of three cup finals in a week.
Flixton’s quadruple bid is on the line this month — with the Peter Morrison Trophy their first assignment as they prepare to take on holders Hendon United Sports Club at Boundary Park on Sunday.
SEE FULL PREVIEW
SEE HENDON PEN PICS
SEE FLIXTON PEN PICS
CUP FINAL SQUADS:
FLIXTON: Daniel Garman, Michael Sacks, Adam Tauber, Daniel Selwyn, Jon Alexander, Leor Sidle, Stephen Peck, Oshri Amar, Adam Wilson, Mark Bell, Alex Singer, Adam Gilman, Michael Warwick, Andy Rosenberg, Adam Stevens, James Rosenberg, Rob Jacobs
HENDON: Russell Corin, Ari Last (capt), Ben Kon, Ari Nevies, Tali Nevies, Alex Rosenthal, Ethan Zone, Rafi Kon, Avi Korman, Simon Peterman, Ben Lauffer, Greg Corin, Dave Seitler, Dovi Fehler, Avishai Kestenbaum, Yoav Kestenbaum, Avidan Last
Venue - Boundary Park, Oldham Athletic FC, KO - 3pm
JC star man: Stephen Peck (Flixton)
DC Prediction: AFC Flixton 3 Hendon 1 - as David Garbacz says, the absence of Ben Lauffer is huge for Hendon. Midfield will be the key area for me on Sunday, and I can see Flixton's big-hitters bossing it on the big Oldham pitch. I also can't see Dovi Fehler getting much change out of Michael Sacks, but at the other end, Leor Sidle has been superb in his first season at Flixton who I expect to win by a couple of goals.
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MGBSFL PREMIER DIVISION
LEAGUE TABLE
RESULTS &amp; FIXTURES
FC TEAM A vs NORTH WEST NEASDEN
The MGBSFL season draws to a close on Sunday as Neasden go in search of the point they require to survive when they travel to FC Team.
Stirling Kay’s boys picked up a crucial draw against Hendon last week and if they can serve up a repeat performance it would send Maccabi London Lions Blue down.
Kay came away from the Hendon game frustrated as his team missed numerous chances, especially in the first half. In the end, strikes from Dan Orgel and Adam Arnold earned them a 2-2 draw in a game where midfielder Craig Cole was the star man.
Looking ahead to the big match, NWN gaffer Stirling Kay told JC Sport: "Sunday is our cup final - quite simply if we win or draw we stay up.
"We were botttom at Chanukah, cut adrift from the teams above us. We were beaten 7-1 by FC Team and we were all but relegated in everyone's mind.
"Since then we've reached a cup semi-final and the quarter-finals of another, and we now stand one point away from a most fantastic comeback. And when you consider all the problems we have had this year in fielding a side, it's been a fantastic effort by every one.
"However, we do know that FC Team will be a very hard game. They also had a slow start to the season and have had a very good second half, so we know we will have to be at our best and we know they will do there best to stop us.
"Like against Hendon, reputations will mean nothing on Sunday. We will try to make it a very uncomfortable 90 minutes for Team and if we play with the same application and determination and take our chances, we would of completed a most unlikely comeback.
Confirmed fifth place finishers, FC Team won an 11-goal thriller against Harmen last week. They have responded superbly since the annihilation at the hands of Redbridge, including a victory over newly-crowned champions Raiders.
Shim Bensoor is on the course to win the May Player of the Month award. The boy just can’t stop scoring at the minute and he’s definitely someone NWN will need to pay special attention to.
Indeed Bensoor bagged a brace when Team destroyed NWN 7-2 in October and the boys in yellow and blue will arrive confident of completing what would be their second league double.
Ahead of kick-off, Team head coach Ben Gilbey told JC Sport; "It's the final game of the season this week and after securing fifth last week, all we are aiming to do now is finish on as many points as possible.
"A win would mean we finish one point behind Harmen and, all-in-all, complete a successful season in my opinion, also claiming the clubs highest Premier League position ever.
"I know a number of the Neasden players and I know it is a massive game for them on the weekend as they need a win to stay up. We will certainly be making sure it is a competitive game and will be as driven to win the game as every other game we have played in this season. It should be a cracker."
I'm predicting an open and entertaining affair, with chances aplenty and NWN coming away with what they need thanks to the heroics of keeper Steve Murad.
JC team news: Team are at full-strength on Sunday apart from David James Cohen. He has got 19 assists to his name this year and "it's a shame he won't be able to get number 20. He will be missed".
NWN will give late fitness tests to Rick Harris (leg) and Michael Field (groin). They welcome back Dan Sherman.
Venue - Meadow Park, KO - 10am
JC star man: Steve Murad (NWN)
DC Prediction: Team 2 NWN 2
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Thu, 14 May 2015 16:42:08 +0100Danny Caro136372 at http://www.thejc.comPMT final pen pics: meet AFC Flixtonhttp://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/136254/pmt-final-pen-pics-meet-afc-flixton
<p>Flixton have been the model of consistency in league and the cup competitions this season. With home advantage, many expect them to have too much for holders Hendon, as introduced by the management.</p>
<p><b>AFC FLIXTON PEN PICS</b></p>
<p><b>DANIEL GARMAN</b> - Garmo - The flying lunatic. That is all</p>
<p><b>MICHAEL SACKS</b> - Saxy, Mr Dependable, Maccabiah legend</p>
<p><b>ADAM TAUBER</b> - Taubs - Captain fantastic aka moaning minnie</p>
<p><b>DANIEL SELWYN</b> - Selly - I'm fantastic, I am ...</p>
<p><b>JON ALEXANDER</b> - J.A. - no. 2 torso in the squad, pretty boy ... not</p>
<p><b>LEOR SIDLE</b> - Sids - Ralph Lauren's top model </p>
<p><b>STEPHEN PECK</b> - Pecky - no. 1 torso in the UK, AFC Flixton's own Hulk, has his own kit top to suit his body ...</p>
<p><b>OSHRI AMAR</b> - Osh - Mr Personality ... not. (We love him really) kicker of the world unite</p>
<p><b>ADAM WILSON</b> - Wee Willy Winkie - says it all about "Our Adam"</p>
<p><b>MARK BELL</b> - Belly is rumoured to be the Team Maccabi GB captain for the EMG. Just lurves referees</p>
<p><b>ALEX SINGER</b> - Sings - the smallest man in the squad, but biggest in the tackle. Crunch!</p>
<p><b>ADAM GILMAN</b> - Gilly is off to the EMG in July - The "Culture" Club of Flixton</p>
<p><b>MICHAEL WARWICK</b> - Sweetest smelling player in the world!</p>
<p><b>ANDY ROSENBERG</b> - Rosey - has a nosebleed, when he gets too far forward</p>
<p><b>ADAM STEVENS</b> - Twister, turner, gambler, drinker, late night playboy of the team</p>
<p><b>JAMES ROSENBERG</b> - "best-looking" of the Flixton group, getting married this year ... for his sins ...</p>
<p><b>ROB JACOBS</b> - Roby J - good dentist, good golfer, okay footballer!</p>
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<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/136252/flixton-can-surprise-morrison-holders-hendon-says-delmonte">MATCHDAY 36 PREVIEW</a> </b></p>Sport newsPeter Morrison TrophyFootball136254storyhttp://www.thejc.com/files/AFCFl499.jpg

136252Flixton can surprise Hendon, says Delmonte136253PMT final pen pics: Meet Hendon
Flixton have been the model of consistency in league and the cup competitions this season. With home advantage, many expect them to have too much for holders Hendon, as introduced by the management.
AFC FLIXTON PEN PICS
DANIEL GARMAN - Garmo - The flying lunatic. That is all
MICHAEL SACKS - Saxy, Mr Dependable, Maccabiah legend
ADAM TAUBER - Taubs - Captain fantastic aka moaning minnie
DANIEL SELWYN - Selly - I'm fantastic, I am ...
JON ALEXANDER - J.A. - no. 2 torso in the squad, pretty boy ... not
LEOR SIDLE - Sids - Ralph Lauren's top model
STEPHEN PECK - Pecky - no. 1 torso in the UK, AFC Flixton's own Hulk, has his own kit top to suit his body ...
OSHRI AMAR - Osh - Mr Personality ... not. (We love him really) kicker of the world unite
ADAM WILSON - Wee Willy Winkie - says it all about "Our Adam"
MARK BELL - Belly is rumoured to be the Team Maccabi GB captain for the EMG. Just lurves referees
ALEX SINGER - Sings - the smallest man in the squad, but biggest in the tackle. Crunch!
ADAM GILMAN - Gilly is off to the EMG in July - The "Culture" Club of Flixton
MICHAEL WARWICK - Sweetest smelling player in the world!
ANDY ROSENBERG - Rosey - has a nosebleed, when he gets too far forward
ADAM STEVENS - Twister, turner, gambler, drinker, late night playboy of the team
JAMES ROSENBERG - "best-looking" of the Flixton group, getting married this year ... for his sins ...
ROB JACOBS - Roby J - good dentist, good golfer, okay footballer!
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SEE HENDON PEN PICS
MATCHDAY 36 PREVIEW
Wed, 13 May 2015 18:30:30 +0100Danny Caro136254 at http://www.thejc.comPMT final pen pics: Meet Hendonhttp://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/136253/pmt-final-pen-pics-meet-hendon
<p>Hendon United Sports Club A beat Oakwood A in the Peter Morrison Trophy final last year, while they have taken the scalp of double winners Norstar London Raiders A in the quarter-finals this season and have every right to feel confident ahead of Sunday's showdown.</p>
<p><b>PEN PICS</b></p>
<p><b>RUSSELL CORIN</b> (goalkeeper) - the big man, also the biggest softie in the squad. Like a magnificent claret gets better and better with age. Ultra consistent, superb handling and will not be shy of the limelight if we go to penalties</p>
<p><b>BEN KON</b> (right-back/midfield) - a Hendon veteran for many years – always lets his football do the talking both in defence and further forward – has a strong eye for goal with some trademark late runs and still leyns the fastest Megilla in North West London</p>
<p><b>ARI NEVIES</b> (central defender) - established regular now in his second full season. Strong quick and good in the air – been fined many a match fee for late night drunken activities pre match day but still hugely reliable on the day</p>
<p><b>TALI NEVIES</b> (central defender) - much the more sensible of the two brothers and equally as reliable on the pitch. Older and a touch wiser, promoted from the B’s this year and has made the transition without a hitch. Juggles his Sundays with kids and exams but would never miss it for the world</p>
<p><b>ALEX ROSENTHAL</b> (central defender) - another one of the older guard, hugely experienced and a great reader of the game. Injuries have slightly restricted appearances this year but still one of the best on his day. Will always be a frustrated centre forward</p>
<p><b>ETHAN ZONE</b> (left-back) - new signing this season from Raiders, slotted in like he’s been a Hendoner for years, always reliable, one of the most consistent performers all season, brilliant going forward and ultra solid at the back. A fantastic addition to the squad</p>
<p><b>RAFI KON</b> (midfield) - club treasurer, admin secretary and midfield holder. Loves to play football the simple way it is supposed to be played and does with great effect. If you go on a dribbling run, beating five men, Rafi will not be impressed. Vital to the preferred 4-3-3 formation Hendon like to adopt</p>
<p><b>ARI LAST</b> (midfield and captain) - club skipper and last season’s MGBSFL Player of the Year. Spent four months out with injury this term, but has returned fully refreshed and on a mission to make up for lost time through leading the club to cup success. An absolute colossus in midfield and one of the best around</p>
<p><b>AVI KORMAN</b> (midfield/utility) - one of the major contenders for player or young player of the season. Superb in any position, supremely fit and full of energy, can use either foot and no-one quicker. Perfect upbringing as part of the great Korman dynasty and has become a massive player for Hendon this year</p>
<p><b>SIMON PETERMAN</b> (midfield) - signed off the beach in Tel Aviv in the summer and has had a brilliant debut year. Strong in the air and in the tackle – the perfect midfield foil. Vastly experienced and a cool head in tricky situations – always the first to answer the availability emails – great attitude</p>
<p><b>BEN LAUFFER</b> (midfield) - has achieved everything in Jewish football and more. Back for a second stint at Hendon this year and a huge mid-season signing. Still worthy of being called the Rolls Royce of midfielders, one of the most naturally-gifted players to play at this level</p>
<p><b>Greg Corin</b> (left-sided forward) - surely one of the most consistently influential players in this league over the last few years. Amazing touch and technique and will always score big goals in big games. If Greg sees a lot of the ball Hendon will win simple as that – the upper torso is still magnificent as well</p>
<p><b>DAVE SEITLER</b> (forward/"stroppy teenager") - one of the most exciting young talents to burst on to the scene in years. Incredible pace and skill and a real match-winner. Wants to take all corners, free-kicks, penalties, goal-kicks and drive the team bus! True box-office material and worth the admission money alone</p>
<p><b>DOVI FEHLER</b> (forward) - another to burst onto the scene this year. Plucked from Division Three obscurity by the Hendon scouts his pace, skill, goals and flying Tzitzit has frightened rival teams all year. Watch out for the finest back-flip goal celebration since Lua Lua if he scores. Favourite for first goal-scorer</p>
<p><b>AVISHAI KESTENBAUM</b> (forward/utility) - part of four brother combinations in the squad. The Right Honourable Avishai is the ultimate no fuss footballer. Gets on with it and will never let you down in any position – no nonsense, good strength and, as with all Kestenbaums, a great eye for goal</p>
<p><b>YOAV KESTENBAUM</b> (winger) - last season’s Young Player of the Year, but only a bit-part this time around as a combination of University and a heartbreaking injury has kept appearances to a minimum. Might still be used for pre-match huddle and when fit, one of the best Jewish footballers in the country, without doubt</p>
<p><b>AVIDAN LAST</b> (forward) - after over 10 years as a Hendon player, time looks to have finally caught up with Avidan who will be hanging up his boots this year. Probably the record Maccabi League goal-scorer having consistently hit 20-plus for over a decade. He’s a true gentleman and a genuine Hendon and Maccabi legend</p>
<p><b>DAVID GARBACZ</b> (manager/Mourinho lookalike - Ed. his words, not mine!) - no historic treble treble this year, but still on course for an unprecedented double cup double. Loves a quote – often controversial but never dull. Like’s to refer to fellow managers as mate! Record speaks for itself but a runners-up medal will be considered failure</p>
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Hendon fans hope Greg Corin can deliver on Sunday

136252Flixton can surprise Hendon, says Delmonte136187Danny Caro's Team of the Week: May 10
Hendon United Sports Club A beat Oakwood A in the Peter Morrison Trophy final last year, while they have taken the scalp of double winners Norstar London Raiders A in the quarter-finals this season and have every right to feel confident ahead of Sunday's showdown.
PEN PICS
RUSSELL CORIN (goalkeeper) - the big man, also the biggest softie in the squad. Like a magnificent claret gets better and better with age. Ultra consistent, superb handling and will not be shy of the limelight if we go to penalties
BEN KON (right-back/midfield) - a Hendon veteran for many years – always lets his football do the talking both in defence and further forward – has a strong eye for goal with some trademark late runs and still leyns the fastest Megilla in North West London
ARI NEVIES (central defender) - established regular now in his second full season. Strong quick and good in the air – been fined many a match fee for late night drunken activities pre match day but still hugely reliable on the day
TALI NEVIES (central defender) - much the more sensible of the two brothers and equally as reliable on the pitch. Older and a touch wiser, promoted from the B’s this year and has made the transition without a hitch. Juggles his Sundays with kids and exams but would never miss it for the world
ALEX ROSENTHAL (central defender) - another one of the older guard, hugely experienced and a great reader of the game. Injuries have slightly restricted appearances this year but still one of the best on his day. Will always be a frustrated centre forward
ETHAN ZONE (left-back) - new signing this season from Raiders, slotted in like he’s been a Hendoner for years, always reliable, one of the most consistent performers all season, brilliant going forward and ultra solid at the back. A fantastic addition to the squad
RAFI KON (midfield) - club treasurer, admin secretary and midfield holder. Loves to play football the simple way it is supposed to be played and does with great effect. If you go on a dribbling run, beating five men, Rafi will not be impressed. Vital to the preferred 4-3-3 formation Hendon like to adopt
ARI LAST (midfield and captain) - club skipper and last season’s MGBSFL Player of the Year. Spent four months out with injury this term, but has returned fully refreshed and on a mission to make up for lost time through leading the club to cup success. An absolute colossus in midfield and one of the best around
AVI KORMAN (midfield/utility) - one of the major contenders for player or young player of the season. Superb in any position, supremely fit and full of energy, can use either foot and no-one quicker. Perfect upbringing as part of the great Korman dynasty and has become a massive player for Hendon this year
SIMON PETERMAN (midfield) - signed off the beach in Tel Aviv in the summer and has had a brilliant debut year. Strong in the air and in the tackle – the perfect midfield foil. Vastly experienced and a cool head in tricky situations – always the first to answer the availability emails – great attitude
BEN LAUFFER (midfield) - has achieved everything in Jewish football and more. Back for a second stint at Hendon this year and a huge mid-season signing. Still worthy of being called the Rolls Royce of midfielders, one of the most naturally-gifted players to play at this level
Greg Corin (left-sided forward) - surely one of the most consistently influential players in this league over the last few years. Amazing touch and technique and will always score big goals in big games. If Greg sees a lot of the ball Hendon will win simple as that – the upper torso is still magnificent as well
DAVE SEITLER (forward/"stroppy teenager") - one of the most exciting young talents to burst on to the scene in years. Incredible pace and skill and a real match-winner. Wants to take all corners, free-kicks, penalties, goal-kicks and drive the team bus! True box-office material and worth the admission money alone
DOVI FEHLER (forward) - another to burst onto the scene this year. Plucked from Division Three obscurity by the Hendon scouts his pace, skill, goals and flying Tzitzit has frightened rival teams all year. Watch out for the finest back-flip goal celebration since Lua Lua if he scores. Favourite for first goal-scorer
AVISHAI KESTENBAUM (forward/utility) - part of four brother combinations in the squad. The Right Honourable Avishai is the ultimate no fuss footballer. Gets on with it and will never let you down in any position – no nonsense, good strength and, as with all Kestenbaums, a great eye for goal
YOAV KESTENBAUM (winger) - last season’s Young Player of the Year, but only a bit-part this time around as a combination of University and a heartbreaking injury has kept appearances to a minimum. Might still be used for pre-match huddle and when fit, one of the best Jewish footballers in the country, without doubt
AVIDAN LAST (forward) - after over 10 years as a Hendon player, time looks to have finally caught up with Avidan who will be hanging up his boots this year. Probably the record Maccabi League goal-scorer having consistently hit 20-plus for over a decade. He’s a true gentleman and a genuine Hendon and Maccabi legend
DAVID GARBACZ (manager/Mourinho lookalike - Ed. his words, not mine!) - no historic treble treble this year, but still on course for an unprecedented double cup double. Loves a quote – often controversial but never dull. Like’s to refer to fellow managers as mate! Record speaks for itself but a runners-up medal will be considered failure
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MATCHDAY 36 PREVIEW
Wed, 13 May 2015 18:26:36 +0100Danny Caro136253 at http://www.thejc.comFlixton can surprise Hendon, says Delmontehttp://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/136252/flixton-can-surprise-hendon-says-delmonte-0
<p>Stuart Delmonte is confident his AFC Flixton side will cope with the mental demands of three cup finals in a week.</p>
<p>Flixton’s quadruple bid is on the line this month — with the Peter Morrison Trophy their first assignment as they prepare to take on holders Hendon United Sports Club at Boundary Park on Sunday.</p>
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<p>Having already steered the club to the Manchester Accountants League title, Flixton joint-manager Delmonte said: “We face three finals in a week so it’s a test of our mental strength. I feel we can finish the job.</p>
<p>“No doubt the Morrison will be our toughest assignment. Hendon are arguably the best team from the south. They eliminated us last year and will be desperate to retain their trophy.</p>
<p>"We also have not been helped by losing four key players through injury. It’s not ideal timing and we will only have two substitutes on the bench, but you have to deal with the hand that is dealt you."</p>
<p>Flixton warmed up for the Jewish FA Cup final by beating South Manchester 3-0 in the last four of the Kings Cup. Strikes from Ashley Reece (2) and Paul Abels set up a final showdown against Lawds or PWC in the final on May 24.</p>
<p>That is sandwiched in between the Handicap Cup final outing against Manchester Maccabi 1st, but Delmonte, who co-manages the team with Tony Rosenberg, says they are taking one game at a time.</p>
<p>"Obviously we want to win," he said. "We hope the final is a good one, a great one, but if it’s a boring one, an ugly one or a stop-start one, Tony and I do not care, as long as we win."</p>
<p>Asked which team starts as the favourites, Delmonte said: “It has to be Hendon, they are the holders. They have been in this position before, they’re very strong throughout the team and give nothing away."</p>
<p>Hendon will be missing Ethan Zone, Alex Rosenthal and Ben Lauffer, along with long-term absentees Yoav Kestenbaum and Avidan Last. But manager David Garbacz believes last season’s treble winners are equipped to deal with Flixton and quash their hopes of a clean sweep.</p>
<p>He said: “We are readying ourselves for one of our biggest games in recent years. For a number of reasons there is a lot at stake on Sunday — there is the north versus south rivalry, the fact that we’ve already got two runners-up medals this season and the huge prestige which winning this trophy would bring.</p>
<p>"Once again we have a number of injury and availability problems, with the loss of Ben Lauffer a hugely significant blow. But we will not be wheeling that out as an excuse. If anything, it should unite those who are available and make them more determined than ever."</p>
<p>Hendon concluded their MGBSFL campaign with a 2-2 draw against North West Neasden, thanks to a double from Dovi Fehler, and Garbacz insists they will be driven on by their recent defeat in the League Cup.</p>
<p>"As good as Raiders were, particularly in the first half of the Anekstein final, we helped them out through some very uncharacteristic mistakes and a general lack of steeliness and fight which was not at all like us.</p>
<p>"We learnt some harsh lessons that day and in retrospect we were possibly over-relaxed and a touch complacent leading into that game which I believe contributed to making such a slow start. </p>
<p>"Flixton will look to adopt similar tactics — they are a tough, old-school northern team who have swept all before them this season and are going for an incredible quadruple.</p>
<p>"We will show them respect but we will need to match them in that department and any complacency, much as it did against Raiders, will be punished."</p>
<p>Hendon ended NLR’s treble hopes when David Seitler scored the winner at the quarter-final stage of the competition and Garbacz has told his troops they will need to adopt a siege mentality as they look to finish the season with silverware.</p>
<p>"We are under no illusions that Flixton start this match as favourites,” he said. “Apart from Dave Seitler’s Mancunian grandparents, our only supporters will be in the dugout and it will well and truly be like a proper away match.</p>
<p>"However, we will use that to spur us on and not allow it to intimidate us. The key is to stay in the game for as long as possible and to remain calm and composed.</p>
<p>"I have a good feeling about Sunday. We know our big players must perform. I’m expecting the likes of Ari Last and Greg Corin to take the game by the horns and lead the way for our youngsters to shine through."</p>
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<p><b>CUP FINAL SQUADS:</b></p>
<p><b>FLIXTON:</b> Daniel Garman, Michael Sacks, Adam Tauber, Daniel Selwyn, Jon Alexander, Leor Sidle, Stephen Peck, Oshri Amar, Adam Wilson, Mark Bell, Alex Singer, Adam Gilman, Michael Warwick, Andy Rosenberg, Adam Stevens, James Rosenberg, Rob Jacobs</p>
<p><b>HENDON:</b> Russell Corin, Ari Last (capt), Ben Kon, Ari Nevies, Tali Nevies, Alex Rosenthal, Ethan Zone, Rafi Kon, Avi Korman, Simon Peterman, Ben Lauffer, Greg Corin, Dave Seitler, Dovi Fehler, Avishai Kestenbaum, Yoav Kestenbaum, Avidan Last</p>
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<p><b>ROUTE TO THE FINAL</b></p>
<p><b>FLIXTON</b><br />
Semi-final - bt Harmen 4-0 - Gilman, Sidle, Warwick, OG<br />
Quarter-final - bt FC Team B 2-0 - Stevens, Sidle<br />
Round 3 - bt Manchester Maccabi - Jacobs<br />
Round 2 - bt HMH 3-1 - Tauber, Peck, Sidle<br />
Round 1 - Bye</p>
<p><b>HENDON</b><br />
Semi-final - bt Lions Spartans 4-1 - Seitler, Avi Korman, Fehler, own goal<br />
Quarter-final - bt NL Raiders A 1-0 – Seitler</p>
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<p>Venue - Boundary Park, Oldham Athletic FC, KO - 3pm</p>
<p><b>JC star man:</b> Stephen Peck (Flixton)</p>
<p><b>DC Prediction:</b> AFC Flixton 3 Hendon 1 - as David Garbacz says, the absence of Ben Lauffer is huge for Hendon. Midfield will be the key area for me on Sunday, and I can see Flixton's big-hitters bossing it on the big Oldham pitch. I also can't see Dovi Fehler getting much change out of Michael Sacks, but at the other end, Leor Sidle has been superb in his first season at Flixton who I expect to win by a couple of goals.</p>
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136253PMT final pen pics: Meet Hendon136254PMT final pen pics: meet AFC Flixton
Stuart Delmonte is confident his AFC Flixton side will cope with the mental demands of three cup finals in a week.
Flixton’s quadruple bid is on the line this month — with the Peter Morrison Trophy their first assignment as they prepare to take on holders Hendon United Sports Club at Boundary Park on Sunday.
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Having already steered the club to the Manchester Accountants League title, Flixton joint-manager Delmonte said: “We face three finals in a week so it’s a test of our mental strength. I feel we can finish the job.
“No doubt the Morrison will be our toughest assignment. Hendon are arguably the best team from the south. They eliminated us last year and will be desperate to retain their trophy.
"We also have not been helped by losing four key players through injury. It’s not ideal timing and we will only have two substitutes on the bench, but you have to deal with the hand that is dealt you."
Flixton warmed up for the Jewish FA Cup final by beating South Manchester 3-0 in the last four of the Kings Cup. Strikes from Ashley Reece (2) and Paul Abels set up a final showdown against Lawds or PWC in the final on May 24.
That is sandwiched in between the Handicap Cup final outing against Manchester Maccabi 1st, but Delmonte, who co-manages the team with Tony Rosenberg, says they are taking one game at a time.
"Obviously we want to win," he said. "We hope the final is a good one, a great one, but if it’s a boring one, an ugly one or a stop-start one, Tony and I do not care, as long as we win."
Asked which team starts as the favourites, Delmonte said: “It has to be Hendon, they are the holders. They have been in this position before, they’re very strong throughout the team and give nothing away."
Hendon will be missing Ethan Zone, Alex Rosenthal and Ben Lauffer, along with long-term absentees Yoav Kestenbaum and Avidan Last. But manager David Garbacz believes last season’s treble winners are equipped to deal with Flixton and quash their hopes of a clean sweep.
He said: “We are readying ourselves for one of our biggest games in recent years. For a number of reasons there is a lot at stake on Sunday — there is the north versus south rivalry, the fact that we’ve already got two runners-up medals this season and the huge prestige which winning this trophy would bring.
"Once again we have a number of injury and availability problems, with the loss of Ben Lauffer a hugely significant blow. But we will not be wheeling that out as an excuse. If anything, it should unite those who are available and make them more determined than ever."
Hendon concluded their MGBSFL campaign with a 2-2 draw against North West Neasden, thanks to a double from Dovi Fehler, and Garbacz insists they will be driven on by their recent defeat in the League Cup.
"As good as Raiders were, particularly in the first half of the Anekstein final, we helped them out through some very uncharacteristic mistakes and a general lack of steeliness and fight which was not at all like us.
"We learnt some harsh lessons that day and in retrospect we were possibly over-relaxed and a touch complacent leading into that game which I believe contributed to making such a slow start.
"Flixton will look to adopt similar tactics — they are a tough, old-school northern team who have swept all before them this season and are going for an incredible quadruple.
"We will show them respect but we will need to match them in that department and any complacency, much as it did against Raiders, will be punished."
Hendon ended NLR’s treble hopes when David Seitler scored the winner at the quarter-final stage of the competition and Garbacz has told his troops they will need to adopt a siege mentality as they look to finish the season with silverware.
"We are under no illusions that Flixton start this match as favourites,” he said. “Apart from Dave Seitler’s Mancunian grandparents, our only supporters will be in the dugout and it will well and truly be like a proper away match.
"However, we will use that to spur us on and not allow it to intimidate us. The key is to stay in the game for as long as possible and to remain calm and composed.
"I have a good feeling about Sunday. We know our big players must perform. I’m expecting the likes of Ari Last and Greg Corin to take the game by the horns and lead the way for our youngsters to shine through."
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CUP FINAL SQUADS:
FLIXTON: Daniel Garman, Michael Sacks, Adam Tauber, Daniel Selwyn, Jon Alexander, Leor Sidle, Stephen Peck, Oshri Amar, Adam Wilson, Mark Bell, Alex Singer, Adam Gilman, Michael Warwick, Andy Rosenberg, Adam Stevens, James Rosenberg, Rob Jacobs
HENDON: Russell Corin, Ari Last (capt), Ben Kon, Ari Nevies, Tali Nevies, Alex Rosenthal, Ethan Zone, Rafi Kon, Avi Korman, Simon Peterman, Ben Lauffer, Greg Corin, Dave Seitler, Dovi Fehler, Avishai Kestenbaum, Yoav Kestenbaum, Avidan Last
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ROUTE TO THE FINAL
FLIXTON
Semi-final - bt Harmen 4-0 - Gilman, Sidle, Warwick, OG
Quarter-final - bt FC Team B 2-0 - Stevens, Sidle
Round 3 - bt Manchester Maccabi - Jacobs
Round 2 - bt HMH 3-1 - Tauber, Peck, Sidle
Round 1 - Bye
HENDON
Semi-final - bt Lions Spartans 4-1 - Seitler, Avi Korman, Fehler, own goal
Quarter-final - bt NL Raiders A 1-0 – Seitler
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Venue - Boundary Park, Oldham Athletic FC, KO - 3pm
JC star man: Stephen Peck (Flixton)
DC Prediction: AFC Flixton 3 Hendon 1 - as David Garbacz says, the absence of Ben Lauffer is huge for Hendon. Midfield will be the key area for me on Sunday, and I can see Flixton's big-hitters bossing it on the big Oldham pitch. I also can't see Dovi Fehler getting much change out of Michael Sacks, but at the other end, Leor Sidle has been superb in his first season at Flixton who I expect to win by a couple of goals.
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Wed, 13 May 2015 18:03:18 +0100Danny Caro136252 at http://www.thejc.comOldham calling for Garbacz's glory boyshttp://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/134843/oldham-calling-garbaczs-glory-boys
<p><b>Peter Morrison Trophy</b></p>
<p>David Garbacz is relishing a final meeting against AFC Flixton after cup holders Hendon destroyed Maccabi London Lions Spartans.</p>
<p>Strikes from Dave Seitler, Avi Korman, Dovi Fehler and an own goal kept Hendon on course for a cup double as they claimed a crushing victory over the Lions to move to within one game of retaining the Jewish FA Cup.</p>
<p>"This was probably our best performance of the season," said Garbacz. "Everything we did wrong a few weeks ago against Raiders we did right today, and some of the football we played, at times, was truly exceptional.</p>
<p>"Our front three of Greg Corin Dovi Fehler and Dave Seitler were superb and caused endless problems to seasoned and current Maccabiah players. Their pace and movement made them too hot for Lions to handle.</p>
<p>"In midfield, Ari Last was back to his best. We've missed him for most of this season, but he has come back more determined than ever to lead us to these two cup victories."</p>
<p>Hendon made a typically fast start, with the Lions struggling to cope with the pace and movement of striker Dovi Fehler who grabbed the opener.</p>
<p>"There is no doubt we were far more clinical," said Garbacz. "Overall I thought we dominated and were comfortable for the most part, although there was a 10-minute period after they got one back in the second half when we were under the cosh and they were a bit unlucky not to score a second, which could have got us panicking.</p>
<p>"As expected, the Lions put out a strong team, but our early strike was probably the turning point. We were gifted a priceless goal after Dovi's tireless efforts were rewarded as their keeper smashed the ball against a defender and into the net. That really settled us and once we scored the second there was only ever really going to be one winner.</p>
<p>"Lions will come again though, I'm sure of it, as the team is full of excellent players - and credit to them and to Andy for the spirit in which the game was played and for their magnanimous acceptance of defeat.</p>
<p>"Our motivation for this match was huge as despite two trebles in three seasons, Hendon players are constantly overlooked for national tournaments in favour of others and today the incentive, as well as getting to the cup final, was to show that some of these boys definitely deserve far more recognition than they get. </p>
<p>"As far as the cup final is concerned, Stuart Delmonte said he wanted us and now he's got us in what will be a tremendous North versus South shoot-out at Oldham. Up the south - we're coming to get you."</p>
<p>Garbacz also took time to praise Norstar London Raiders following their first MGBSFL title success. "All at Hendon wish them enormous congratulations. They fully deserve it having been the most consistent team this year. We hope they plan their celebrations for the night of May 2 - the day before the Cyril Anekstein final."</p>
<p>Lions boss Andy Landesberg expressed disappointment with the manner of his team's exit.</p>
<p>He said: "Hendon were without question the better team on the day. They were sharper, tougher and far more hungry than we were. The boys let themselves and the club down, and they know that, no question.</p>
<p>"Perhaps one or two things could have gone our way, but they didn't. You make your own luck, and that usually comes from hard work and wanting it more than the other team."</p>Sport newsPeter Morrison TrophyFootball134843storyHendon United Sports A 4-1 Maccabi London Lions Spartanshttp://www.thejc.com/files/HENDON-UNITED-SPORTS-CLUB-A-4-MACCABI-LONDON-LIONS-SPARTANS-1(MM)0927.jpg

Dovi Fehler holds off Guy Morris

Peter Morrison Trophy
David Garbacz is relishing a final meeting against AFC Flixton after cup holders Hendon destroyed Maccabi London Lions Spartans.
Strikes from Dave Seitler, Avi Korman, Dovi Fehler and an own goal kept Hendon on course for a cup double as they claimed a crushing victory over the Lions to move to within one game of retaining the Jewish FA Cup.
"This was probably our best performance of the season," said Garbacz. "Everything we did wrong a few weeks ago against Raiders we did right today, and some of the football we played, at times, was truly exceptional.
"Our front three of Greg Corin Dovi Fehler and Dave Seitler were superb and caused endless problems to seasoned and current Maccabiah players. Their pace and movement made them too hot for Lions to handle.
"In midfield, Ari Last was back to his best. We've missed him for most of this season, but he has come back more determined than ever to lead us to these two cup victories."
Hendon made a typically fast start, with the Lions struggling to cope with the pace and movement of striker Dovi Fehler who grabbed the opener.
"There is no doubt we were far more clinical," said Garbacz. "Overall I thought we dominated and were comfortable for the most part, although there was a 10-minute period after they got one back in the second half when we were under the cosh and they were a bit unlucky not to score a second, which could have got us panicking.
"As expected, the Lions put out a strong team, but our early strike was probably the turning point. We were gifted a priceless goal after Dovi's tireless efforts were rewarded as their keeper smashed the ball against a defender and into the net. That really settled us and once we scored the second there was only ever really going to be one winner.
"Lions will come again though, I'm sure of it, as the team is full of excellent players - and credit to them and to Andy for the spirit in which the game was played and for their magnanimous acceptance of defeat.
"Our motivation for this match was huge as despite two trebles in three seasons, Hendon players are constantly overlooked for national tournaments in favour of others and today the incentive, as well as getting to the cup final, was to show that some of these boys definitely deserve far more recognition than they get.
"As far as the cup final is concerned, Stuart Delmonte said he wanted us and now he's got us in what will be a tremendous North versus South shoot-out at Oldham. Up the south - we're coming to get you."
Garbacz also took time to praise Norstar London Raiders following their first MGBSFL title success. "All at Hendon wish them enormous congratulations. They fully deserve it having been the most consistent team this year. We hope they plan their celebrations for the night of May 2 - the day before the Cyril Anekstein final."
Lions boss Andy Landesberg expressed disappointment with the manner of his team's exit.
He said: "Hendon were without question the better team on the day. They were sharper, tougher and far more hungry than we were. The boys let themselves and the club down, and they know that, no question.
"Perhaps one or two things could have gone our way, but they didn't. You make your own luck, and that usually comes from hard work and wanting it more than the other team."
Thu, 23 Apr 2015 12:23:42 +0100Danny Caro134843 at http://www.thejc.comDelmonte: We're ready for Hendonhttp://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/134834/delmonte-were-ready-hendon
<p><b>Peter Morrison Trophy</b></p>
<p>Stuart Delmonte insists AFC Flixton are on a revenge mission after they continued their march towards the quadruple with a crushing 4-0 semi-final victory over Harmen.</p>
<p>The Manchester-based side will now face defending champions Hendon United at Boundary Park on May 17.</p>
<p>Flixton joint-manager Stuart Delmonte said: "It's great that we are still in with the chance in four competitions. But I think Hendon will offer us the biggest test of our ambitions.</p>
<p>"They are a strong team and their record speaks for itself. It will be an evenly matched game.</p>
<p>"Hendon beat us in last season's quarter-final and that still hurts. That will act as real motivation for us."</p>
<p>Flixton had this tie wrapped up by the break. Adam Gilman and an own goal had the visitors in command early on.</p>
<p>Top-scorer Leor Sidle struck and Harmen's faint hopes of a comeback were ended when they had Oli Leslie sent off for a professional foul.</p>
<p>Substitute Michael Warwick's long-range free-kick added the gloss late on for the Accountant Premier Division champions.</p>
<p>Co-manager Tony Rosenberg said: "Our defence was magnificent and our strikers scored the goals. You can't ask more than that.</p>
<p>"We looked pretty comfortable and without James Gershfield, Harmen's top-scorer, they lacked a few ideas. We now move on and the big games are coming thick and fast."</p>
<p>Harmen co-boss Joel Alterman said: "We were missing Marc Foster, Daniel Green, Mike Pearson, Rob Blackman, Ricky Rinder and Gershfield, but the most disappointing aspect was that all of Flixton's goals came from our mistakes.</p>
<p>"Flixton will face a difficult test in the final against Hendon. It is difficult to pick a winner at this stage and I can see it going to extra-time before the tie is decided."</p>Sport newsPeter Morrison TrophyFootball134834storyHarmen 0-4 AFC Flixtonhttp://www.thejc.com/files/HARMEN-0-AFC-FLIXTON-4(MM)0884.jpg

Oli Leslie saw red for this professional foul on Flixton&#039;s Leor Sidle

Peter Morrison Trophy
Stuart Delmonte insists AFC Flixton are on a revenge mission after they continued their march towards the quadruple with a crushing 4-0 semi-final victory over Harmen.
The Manchester-based side will now face defending champions Hendon United at Boundary Park on May 17.
Flixton joint-manager Stuart Delmonte said: "It's great that we are still in with the chance in four competitions. But I think Hendon will offer us the biggest test of our ambitions.
"They are a strong team and their record speaks for itself. It will be an evenly matched game.
"Hendon beat us in last season's quarter-final and that still hurts. That will act as real motivation for us."
Flixton had this tie wrapped up by the break. Adam Gilman and an own goal had the visitors in command early on.
Top-scorer Leor Sidle struck and Harmen's faint hopes of a comeback were ended when they had Oli Leslie sent off for a professional foul.
Substitute Michael Warwick's long-range free-kick added the gloss late on for the Accountant Premier Division champions.
Co-manager Tony Rosenberg said: "Our defence was magnificent and our strikers scored the goals. You can't ask more than that.
"We looked pretty comfortable and without James Gershfield, Harmen's top-scorer, they lacked a few ideas. We now move on and the big games are coming thick and fast."
Harmen co-boss Joel Alterman said: "We were missing Marc Foster, Daniel Green, Mike Pearson, Rob Blackman, Ricky Rinder and Gershfield, but the most disappointing aspect was that all of Flixton's goals came from our mistakes.
"Flixton will face a difficult test in the final against Hendon. It is difficult to pick a winner at this stage and I can see it going to extra-time before the tie is decided."
Thu, 23 Apr 2015 12:23:15 +0100Darren Witcoop134834 at http://www.thejc.comFlixton on a revenge mission, says Delmontehttp://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/134475/flixton-a-revenge-mission-says-delmonte
<p><b>PETER MORRISON TROPHY SEMI-FINAL</b><br />
<b>HARMEN 0 AFC FLIXTON 4</B></p>
<p>Stuart Delmonte insists AFC Flixton are on a revenge mission after they continued their march towards the quadruple after downing Harmen in the Peter Morrison Trophy.</p>
<p>Flixton booked their spot in next month’s final - the equivalent of the Jewish FA Cup - after cruising home 4-0 at Rowley Lane.</p>
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<p>The Manchester-based side will face defending champions Hendon United Sports Club A.</p>
<p>And joint-manager Stuart Delmonte is on a revenge mission at Boundary Park on May 17.</p>
<p>He said: "It’s great that we are still in with the chance in four competitions. But I think Hendon will offer us the biggest test of our ambitions.</p>
<p>"They are a strong team and their record speaks for itself. It will be an evenly matched game.</p>
<p>"Hendon beat us in last season’s quarter-final and that still hurts. That will act as real motivation for us."</p>
<p>Flixton made the long trip down the capital but had this tie wrapped up by the break.</p>
<p>Harmen were missing six key players in top-scorer James Gershfield, Marc Foster, Daniel Green, Mike Pearson, Rob Blackman and Ricky Rinder, with Danny Cohen filling in at right-back at short notice.</p>
<p>Adam Gilman and an own goal had Flixton in command early on.</p>
<p>Leor Sidle struck and Harmen’s faint hopes of a comeback were ended when they had Oli Leslie sent off for a professional foul.</p>
<p>Substitute Michael Warwick’s long-range free-kick added the gloss late on for the Accountant Premier Division champions.</p>
<p>Co-manager Tony Rosenberg added: "Our defence was magnificent and our strikers scored the goals. You can’t ask more than that.</p>
<p>"We looked pretty comfortable and without James Gershfield, their top-scorer, they and lacked a few ideas. We now move on and the games are coming thick and fast.</p>
<p>"But we would rather be challenging for trophies than having nothing to play. It keeps things bubbling over rather than going through the motions at the stage of the season."</p>
<p>Harmen joint-manager Oli Leslie told JC Sport: "To come this far in our first season as a new squad is a tremendous effort, currently third in the league and reaching the semi-finals of the Morrison, but next year we are determined to go further and win both of these competitions and the Anekstein cup.</p>
<p>"With the additions to the squad that we have planned for the summer, we are confident of achieving these goals. The spirit is amazing amongst the boys and we will now kick on and secure third spot in the league."</p>
<p>Co-boss Joel Alterman added: "We are very disappointed with the outcome of the game, especially as all of their goals came from our mistakes. However they capitalised on this and took the chances that they were presented with.</p>
<p>"It’s always difficult having to travel up or down the country for a big fixture like this and I’m sure Stuart and the boys enjoyed their three-hour trip back to Manchester a lot more than we enjoyed our 15-minute journeys home.</p>
<p>"We wish Flixton all the best in the rest of their season. They will face a difficult test in Hendon and it is difficult to pick a winner at this stage. I can see it going to extra-time before the tie is decided."</p>Sport newsPeter Morrison TrophyMGBSFLFootball134475storyhttp://www.thejc.com/files/HarmenFlix499.jpg

134436Harmen vs AFC Flixton134438Hendon back to their best, says Garbacz
PETER MORRISON TROPHY SEMI-FINAL
HARMEN 0 AFC FLIXTON 4
Stuart Delmonte insists AFC Flixton are on a revenge mission after they continued their march towards the quadruple after downing Harmen in the Peter Morrison Trophy.
Flixton booked their spot in next month’s final - the equivalent of the Jewish FA Cup - after cruising home 4-0 at Rowley Lane.
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The Manchester-based side will face defending champions Hendon United Sports Club A.
And joint-manager Stuart Delmonte is on a revenge mission at Boundary Park on May 17.
He said: "It’s great that we are still in with the chance in four competitions. But I think Hendon will offer us the biggest test of our ambitions.
"They are a strong team and their record speaks for itself. It will be an evenly matched game.
"Hendon beat us in last season’s quarter-final and that still hurts. That will act as real motivation for us."
Flixton made the long trip down the capital but had this tie wrapped up by the break.
Harmen were missing six key players in top-scorer James Gershfield, Marc Foster, Daniel Green, Mike Pearson, Rob Blackman and Ricky Rinder, with Danny Cohen filling in at right-back at short notice.
Adam Gilman and an own goal had Flixton in command early on.
Leor Sidle struck and Harmen’s faint hopes of a comeback were ended when they had Oli Leslie sent off for a professional foul.
Substitute Michael Warwick’s long-range free-kick added the gloss late on for the Accountant Premier Division champions.
Co-manager Tony Rosenberg added: "Our defence was magnificent and our strikers scored the goals. You can’t ask more than that.
"We looked pretty comfortable and without James Gershfield, their top-scorer, they and lacked a few ideas. We now move on and the games are coming thick and fast.
"But we would rather be challenging for trophies than having nothing to play. It keeps things bubbling over rather than going through the motions at the stage of the season."
Harmen joint-manager Oli Leslie told JC Sport: "To come this far in our first season as a new squad is a tremendous effort, currently third in the league and reaching the semi-finals of the Morrison, but next year we are determined to go further and win both of these competitions and the Anekstein cup.
"With the additions to the squad that we have planned for the summer, we are confident of achieving these goals. The spirit is amazing amongst the boys and we will now kick on and secure third spot in the league."
Co-boss Joel Alterman added: "We are very disappointed with the outcome of the game, especially as all of their goals came from our mistakes. However they capitalised on this and took the chances that they were presented with.
"It’s always difficult having to travel up or down the country for a big fixture like this and I’m sure Stuart and the boys enjoyed their three-hour trip back to Manchester a lot more than we enjoyed our 15-minute journeys home.
"We wish Flixton all the best in the rest of their season. They will face a difficult test in Hendon and it is difficult to pick a winner at this stage. I can see it going to extra-time before the tie is decided."
Mon, 20 Apr 2015 16:28:50 +0100Darren Witcoop134475 at http://www.thejc.comHendon back to their best, says Garbaczhttp://www.thejc.com/sport/sport-news/134438/hendon-back-their-best-says-garbacz
<p><b>PETER MORRISON TROPHY SEMI-FINAL</b><br />
<b>HENDON UNITED SPORTS A 4 MACCABI LONDON LIONS SPARTANS 1</b></p>
<p>David Garbacz says he is relishing a final meeting against AFC Flixton after watching cup holders Hendon destroy Maccabi London Lions Spartans at Rowley Lane.</p>
<p>Strikes from <b>Dave Seitler, Avi Korman, Dovi Fehler</b> and an own goal kept Hendon on course for the cup double as they claimed a crushing victory over the Lions to move to within one game of retaining the Jewish FA Cup.</p>
<p><b> <a href="http://www.thejc.com/galleries/mgbsfl-galleries/hendon-united-sports-club-a-vs-ml-spartans">SEE MATCH PHOTOS</a> </b></p>
<p>Garbacz told JC Sport: "This was probably our best performance of the season – everything we did wrong a few weeks ago against Raiders we did right today and some of the football we played at times today was truly exceptional.</p>
<p>"Our front three of Greg Corin Dovi Fehler and Dave Seitler were superb and caused endless problems to seasoned and current Maccabiah players as their pace and movement made them too hot to handle.</p>
<p>"In midfield, Ari Last was truly back to his best – how we’ve missed him for most of this season but he has come back more determined than ever to lead us to these two cup victories.</p>
<p>"The game itself was extremely entertaining and was played at a good tempo between two excellent teams. Chances fell to both sides but there is no doubt we were far more clinical.</p>
<p>"Overall I thought we dominated and were comfortable for the most part although there was a 10-minute period after they got one back in the second half when we were under the cosh and they were a bit unlucky not to score a second which could have got us panicking."</p>
<p>Garbacz believes Dovi Fehler's opener helped Hendon settled. "Lions put out a strong team as expected, but the turning point was probably as early as the first 10 minutes when we got gifted a priceless early goal thanks to Dovi running everything down and their keeper smashing the ball against a defender and into the net. That really settled us and once we got our second there was only ever really going to be one winner.</p>
<p>"They will come again though I’m sure as the team is full of excellent players and credit to them and Andy for the spirit which the game was played and their magnanimous acceptance of defeat.</p>
<p>"Our motivation for this match was huge – despite two trebles in three years, Hendon players are constantly overlooked for National tournaments in favour of others and today the incentive, as well as getting to the cup final, was to show that some of these boys definitely deserve far more recognition than they get. </p>
<p>"As far as the Cup Final is concerned – Stuart Delmonte said he wanted us and now he’s got us in what will be a tremendous North versus South shoot out at Oldham. Up the South – we’re coming to get you!</p>
<p>"Finally, as expected Raiders clinched the league today and all at Hendon wish them enormous congratulations – they fully deserve it having been the most consistent team this year – we’ll be hoping they plan their celebrations for the night of May 2 - the day before the Cyril Anekstein final."</p>
<p>Lions boss Andy Landesberg was magnanimous in defeat. He told JC Sport: "Hendon United were without question the better team on the day - they were sharper, tougher and far more hungry than we were.</p>
<p>"The boys let themselves and the Club down today, and they know that, no question. Hendon were fantastic and David should be very proud of his team. Perhaps one or two things could have gone our way, but they didn’t. You make your own luck, and that usually comes from hard work and wanting it more than the other team.</p>
<p>"I think the final will be a great game, it’s a real shame we didn’t achieve what we set out to do."</p>Sport newsPeter Morrison TrophyMGBSFLFootball134438storyhttp://www.thejc.com/files/Dovi499.jpg

134437Hendon United SC A vs ML Spartans134393MGBSFL Matchday 32 review
PETER MORRISON TROPHY SEMI-FINAL
HENDON UNITED SPORTS A 4 MACCABI LONDON LIONS SPARTANS 1
David Garbacz says he is relishing a final meeting against AFC Flixton after watching cup holders Hendon destroy Maccabi London Lions Spartans at Rowley Lane.
Strikes from Dave Seitler, Avi Korman, Dovi Fehler and an own goal kept Hendon on course for the cup double as they claimed a crushing victory over the Lions to move to within one game of retaining the Jewish FA Cup.
SEE MATCH PHOTOS
Garbacz told JC Sport: "This was probably our best performance of the season – everything we did wrong a few weeks ago against Raiders we did right today and some of the football we played at times today was truly exceptional.
"Our front three of Greg Corin Dovi Fehler and Dave Seitler were superb and caused endless problems to seasoned and current Maccabiah players as their pace and movement made them too hot to handle.
"In midfield, Ari Last was truly back to his best – how we’ve missed him for most of this season but he has come back more determined than ever to lead us to these two cup victories.
"The game itself was extremely entertaining and was played at a good tempo between two excellent teams. Chances fell to both sides but there is no doubt we were far more clinical.
"Overall I thought we dominated and were comfortable for the most part although there was a 10-minute period after they got one back in the second half when we were under the cosh and they were a bit unlucky not to score a second which could have got us panicking."
Garbacz believes Dovi Fehler's opener helped Hendon settled. "Lions put out a strong team as expected, but the turning point was probably as early as the first 10 minutes when we got gifted a priceless early goal thanks to Dovi running everything down and their keeper smashing the ball against a defender and into the net. That really settled us and once we got our second there was only ever really going to be one winner.
"They will come again though I’m sure as the team is full of excellent players and credit to them and Andy for the spirit which the game was played and their magnanimous acceptance of defeat.
"Our motivation for this match was huge – despite two trebles in three years, Hendon players are constantly overlooked for National tournaments in favour of others and today the incentive, as well as getting to the cup final, was to show that some of these boys definitely deserve far more recognition than they get.
"As far as the Cup Final is concerned – Stuart Delmonte said he wanted us and now he’s got us in what will be a tremendous North versus South shoot out at Oldham. Up the South – we’re coming to get you!
"Finally, as expected Raiders clinched the league today and all at Hendon wish them enormous congratulations – they fully deserve it having been the most consistent team this year – we’ll be hoping they plan their celebrations for the night of May 2 - the day before the Cyril Anekstein final."
Lions boss Andy Landesberg was magnanimous in defeat. He told JC Sport: "Hendon United were without question the better team on the day - they were sharper, tougher and far more hungry than we were.
"The boys let themselves and the Club down today, and they know that, no question. Hendon were fantastic and David should be very proud of his team. Perhaps one or two things could have gone our way, but they didn’t. You make your own luck, and that usually comes from hard work and wanting it more than the other team.
"I think the final will be a great game, it’s a real shame we didn’t achieve what we set out to do."
Mon, 20 Apr 2015 12:17:56 +0100Danny Caro134438 at http://www.thejc.com